UIS is committed to protecting minors that visit campus so they can enjoy the wonderful events and programs our community offers. For departments that want to offer programs to minors, our Protection of Minors page has detailed information on planning and hosting an event for young visitors.

Each year, hundreds of community members take a moment and thank those who tirelessly give their time and talent to make Springfield a better place to live and thrive.

The Good as Gold Ceremony was established in 2009 to recognize the spirit and achievements of local volunteers and nonprofit organizations. The ceremony is a joint effort between the UIS Volunteer & Civic Engagement Center, the Junior League of Springfield, and the United Way of Central Illinois.

Colin Kerr is earning his University of Illinois Springfield master’s degree online, while working as a federal relations specialist for the University of Illinois System in Washington, D.C. While finishing his UIS undergraduate degree, he interned in U.S. Senator Dick Durbin’s Springfield office. He then had the opportunity to transfer to Durbin’s Washington, D.C office. While working for Durbin, Kerr held various responsibilities as a member of the economic policy team.

Hometown: Antioch, IllinoisMajor: Criminology & Criminal Justice Future Plans: Continue working with military and veteran personnel

Hometown: Bhattu Kalan, Haryana, IndiaMajor: Master’s in Legal StudiesFuture Plans: Continue working in Illinois public service or policymaking